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Senior Advisor, Information Governance


Company : State Government of Victoria, Australia


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-07-08


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbsReference: VG/1101440The Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victorias prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions. For more information, see the DJSIR Strategic Plan 2023-2027.Established on 1 January 2023, our work spans numerous portfolios, supporting departmental ministers and operating across metropolitan, regional and international offices. We oversee various public entities, including public corporations, regulatory authorities and specialist boards.The Department welcomes and encourages applications from diverse applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, refugees or asylum seekers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people and people with disability. All roles at DJSIR can be worked flexibly and we offer reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.Our values are accountability, integrity and respect, and underpin everything we do. For more information about the department, please visit our website: www.DJSIR.vic.gov.au.Senior Advisor, Information GovernanceSalary: $97,955 $111,142 (Plus Superannuation)Ongoing roleUsual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)Usual work location: Melbourne CBD (flexibility may be available)The RoleThe Senior Advisor, Information Governance will support the Manager, Information Governance and Risk in leading the team to deliver information and record keeping governance across the department.The responsibilities of the Senior Advisor will include:Leading the R365 Record Management project under limited direction, providing recommendations by interpreting and analysing data and ensuring the project is delivered on time, of high quality and value across the department.Coordinating streams of work for the project including liaising with the technical team, facilitating record keeping workshops, assisting with change management communications and advice and establishing information lifecycle management specific to DJSIR records within R365 environment.Carrying out a co-ordination role within the team to support the Manager, Information Governance & Risk in the management of R365 project.The TeamThe position of Senior Advisor, Information Governance forms a part of the Information Technology and Workplace Services branch within the Corporate Services groupThe Corporate Services group consists of specialist functions including strategic communications, finance, investment and procurement, performance and governance, legal and legislation, people and culture, information technology and workplace services and emergency management. Information Technology & Workplace Services (IT&WS) oversees the delivery of ICT-related investments and services to DJSIR. IS engages with the organisation to ensure ICT systems and services are appropriately designed, governed, and delivered.About YouThe successful candidate will ideally have the following skills and experience:Proven experience in working and understanding of records management with the ability to organise work efficiently and to operate effectively in an environment characterised by short and often conflicting time frames. Ability to use and understand records management systems.Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with colleagues and customers by way of email, phone calls and face-to-face and be able to write effectively in different forms and for various audiences.Produces project plans where objectives are clearly defined and action steps for achieving them are clearly specified; regularly communicates with, and supports project team members; ensures project objectives are met by anticipating and managing potential and emerging issues.Further InformationFor a confidential discussion, please contact Chantele Kovacevic Manager, Information Governance & Risk on 0419 604 529 or chantele.kovacevic@ecodev.vic.gov.auThe department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with theChild Safe Standards .Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please re fer to the attached position description.Please note: We are accredited as a Disability Confident Recruitment (DCR) organisation and committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJSIR Talent Acquisition Team on 0472 875 685, or via email atrecruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line.How to ApplyPlease click the Apply Now'' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter.Applications close at 23:59pm on 17 July 2025.Applications close Thursday 17 July 2025 at 11.59pm #J-18808-Ljbffr